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MINUTES OF THE WILLIAMSON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS COURT MEETING
AUGUST 17, 2021


STATE OF TEXAS )(
COUNTY OF WILLIAMSON )(

BE IT REMEMBERED that at 9:33 A.M. on TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021, a REGULAR SESSION of the Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, was held with the following being present, to-wit:
Present:
  • County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
  • Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
  • Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
  • Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
  • Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
  • County Clerk Nancy E. Rister
Others Present:
  • Hal C. Hawes, General Counsel to Williamson County Commissioners Court
  • Amanda Brown, Executive Assistant to County Clerk
 
 
1.
Review and approval of minutes.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve the revised minutes of the August 10, 2021 meeting.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
2.
Hear County Auditor concerning invoices, bills, Quick Check Report, wire transfers and electronic payments submitted for payment and take appropriate action including, but not limited to approval for payment provided said items are found by the County Auditor to be legal obligations of the county.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court.  Commissioner Covey obstained in regard to payment to invoices for First Baptist Church.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the payment of bills totaling $2,785,492.14 from the computer printout, Addendum, Wire Transfer, Quick Check Report, Electronic Benefit Payments, and Wilco Forward Program - Phase 3 from the proper line items, if found by the County Auditor to be legal expenses as appropriated in the County Budget.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
CONSENT AGENDA
The Consent Agenda includes non-controversial and routine items that the Court may act on with one single vote. The Judge or a Commissioner may pull any item from the consent agenda in order that the court discuss and act upon it individually as part of the Regular Agenda.
( Items 3 – 18 )
 
3.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the County Courts at Law.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for the County Courts at Law:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0425-004134 Misd. Court Appts $30,000.00
To 0100-0425-004136 Court Appt. MH Cases $30,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
4.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on line item transfer for Juvenile Services.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Juvenile Services:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100.0576.004102 Residential Services $6,300.00
To 0100.0576.004541 Vehicle Maintenance $6,300.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
5.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for EMS.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a line item transfer for Emergency Medical Services (EMS):

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0100-0540-005700 Vehicles > $5,000 $24,000.00
To 0100-0540-004541 Vehicle Repairs & Maintenance $24,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
6.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a line item transfer for the Road and Bridge Division.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the line item transfers for the Road and Bridge Division:

From/To Acct No. Description Amount
From 0200-0210-003553 Signs $20,000.00
From 0200-0210-004549 Signal Light Maint. $20,000.00
To 0200-0210-004620 Furniture/Equip. Rental $40,000.00

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
7.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax refunds over $2,500.00 thru 08/11/2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve property tax refunds over $2,500.00 through August 08, 2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
8.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving property tax collections for the month of July 2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve property tax collections for the month of July 2021 for the Williamson County Tax Assessor/Collector's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
9.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the approval of Civil Process & Sheriff Fees for 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Civil Process and Sheriff Fees for Calendar Year 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
10.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, July 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure § 103.005.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 July 2021 Monthly Report in compliance with Code of Criminal Procedure Section 103.005.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
11.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving ESO Research Data License Agreement with ESO Solutions, Inc. pertaining to public health research and to support operations of the Williamson County EMS.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the ESO Research Data License Agreement with ESO Solutions, Inc. pertaining to public health research and to support operations of the Williamson County Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
12.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the one-year Master Service Agreement and Quotation between NextRequest Co. and Williamson County for NextRequest Public Information Cloud Based Records Management Software that that supports open records requests in the amount of $26,250.00 and authorizing execution of the agreement.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the one-year Master Service Agreement and Quotation between NextRequest Company and Williamson County for NextRequest Public Information Cloud Based Records Management Software that supports open records requests in the amount of $26,250.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
13.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving the Commercial Service Agreement and Third Addendum - A, with Paper Retriever of Texas, LLC., for the FY 22 Paper Retriever Recycling Dumpster Collection and Fees, for disposal services of nine (9) recycling dumpsters, per the Williamson County locations and frequencies identified in Third Addendum - A, with a monthly amount of $590 for the term October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022 and authorizing execution of the agreemenet.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Commercial Service Agreement and Third Addendum - A with Paper Retriever of Texas, LLC. for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Paper Retriever Recycling Dumpster Collection and Fees, for disposal services of (9) recycling dumpsters, per the Williamson County locations and frequencies identified in the Third Addendum - A, with a monthly amount of $590.00 for the term October 1, 2021 through September 30, 2022 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
14.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement between Williamson County and Amstar, Inc. for the Water Softener Room Build-Out at the Williamson County Georgetown Annex located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, TX 78626, in the not-to-exceed amount of $30,529.25, per the terms of the Sourcewell Co-op Contract EZIQC #TX-CT-GC-121819-AMS and authorizing the execution of this agreement.  
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an agreement between Williamson County and Amstar, Inc. for the Water Softener Room Build-Out at the Williamson County Georgetown Annex located at 100 Wilco Way, Georgetown, Texas 78626, in the not-to-exceed amount of $30,529.25, per the terms of the Sourcewell Co-op Contract EZIQC #TX-CT-GC-121819-AMS and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
15.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving agreement between Williamson County and Streetsmart Rental for the Portable Traffic Light Signal Rental at Ronald Reagan Blvd. and Santa Rita Blvd. for a period of four (4) months beginning 8/16/2021 in the not-to-exceed amount of $36,000 and authorizing the execution of this agreement. 
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve an agreement between Williamson County and Streetsmart Rental for the Portable Traffic Light Signal Rental at Ronald Reagan Boulevard (BLVD) and Santa Rita Boulevard (Blvd) for a period of (4) months beginning August 16, 2021 in the not-to-exceed amount of $36,000.00 and authorize the execution of the agreement.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
16.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the replat of Lot 11B, Block A of the Sweet Farms subdivision – Precinct 1. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the replat of Lot 11B, Block A of the Sweet Farms subdivision – Precinct 1.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
17.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the preliminary plat for the Georgetown Airpark private subdivision – Precinct 3. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the preliminary plat for the Georgetown Airpark private subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
18.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approval of the final plat for the Rio Lobo Phase 1 subdivision – Precinct 3. 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the final plat for the Rio Lobo Phase 1 subdivision – Precinct 3.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
REGULAR AGENDA
 
19.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve Order Authorizing Interment of Decedent's Remains by cremation of deceased (Randy O. Sirois) who passed away in Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 of Williamson County, Texas where there has been an inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the County has duty to inter, pursuant to Tex. Health & Safety Code § 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve an order for interment by cremation of deceased Randy O. Sirois who passed away in Justice of the Peace, Precinct 2 of Williamson County, Texas where there has been an inquest by the Justice of the Peace and the County has duty to inter, pursuant to Texas Health & Safety Code Section 711.002(e), and authorize Beck Funeral Home to move forward with interment.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
20.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on requesting the Williamson County Attorney to file a lawsuit to enjoin and restrain the City of Austin pursuant to Chapter 203 of the Texas Property Code in relation to the City of Austin’s purchase of the property located at 10811 Pecan Park Boulevard, Building 2, Austin, Texas for purposes of operating and using such property in Williamson County for temporary or permanent housing of individuals in Williamson County, as well as seek any other relief available at law or in equity.
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Those who addressed the Court:
Marie Chaudhari of Austin, Williamson County
Bianca Ramirez of Austin, Williamson County
Sandy Ramirez of Austin, Williamson County
Freda Cheng of Austin, Williamson County
Rupal Chaudhari of Austin, Williamson County

 
______________________________________________________________________________________________
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 9:52 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 10:04 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021.
 
______________________________________________________________________________________________
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To request the Williamson County Attorney to file a lawsuit to restrain the City of Austin in relation to the City's purchase of the property located at 10811 Pecan Park Boulevard, Building 2, Austin, as well as seek any other relief available at law or in equity.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:09 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM THE ROAD DISTRICT MEETING AT 10:16 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021.
 
21.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing the three 2021 Williamson County Employee of the Year Winners.
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Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To recognize Jim Daniels of Information Technology (IT), Michael Shoe of Emergency Management, and Laura Gorman of the County Attorney's Office as the 2021 Williamson County Employee of the Year Winners.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
22.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3 as a recipient of the 2021 Best Practices Award by the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas (JPCA).
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
 
23.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing Crystal Kaderka, Customer Service Administrator for Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3, as a recipient of the 2021 Official of the Year Award by the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association (JPCA) of Texas.
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This item was pulled from the agenda.
 
24.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on recognizing Justice of the Peace, Pct. 3 as a recipient of the 2021 Achievement Award by the National Association of Counties (NACo).
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Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 Evelyn McLean addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To recognize Justice of the Peace Precinct 3 as a recipient of the 2021 Achievement Award by the National Association of Counties (NACo).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
25.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on funding matters relating to Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to include, but not be limited to hearing an update on the Wilco Forward grant program, setting budget priorities in relation to remaining CARES Act funds and American Rescue Plan funding, as well as possible future funding and allocation plans in relation to CARES Act and American Rescue Plan funds.
First Assistant County Auditor Julie Kiley addressed the Court. 
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a transfer in the amount of $4,982,000.00 from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES) funding, Task 2.1, Small Business Assistant Program to Task 5.7, Law Enforcement (LE) Drop Off ($1,100,000.00); Task 5.8, Respite Youth ($1,800,000.00); Task 5.9, Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) Office Expenditure ($385,000.00); Task 5.10, Hope Covid Reimbursement ($1,000,000.00); Task 5.11, Samaritan Health Ministries (SMH) Rent ($147,000.00); Task 5.12, Samaritan Health Ministries (SHM) Medical ($500,000.00); and Task 5.13, Samaritan Health Ministries (SMH) Telehealth ($50,000.00), and to note the delineation of funds for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
26.
Discuss and take appropriate action authorizing advertising and setting a date for a public hearing on the 2021-2022 County Clerk Archive Plan/Funding for September 14th at 10:00 AM.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize advertising and setting a date for a public hearing on the 2021-2022 County Clerk's Archive Plan/Funding for September 14, 2021 at 10:00 A.M.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
27.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2015 Certificate of Obligation budget transfer to close P323 (SO Training Building; $427,697.93), P324 (North Campus Improvements; $57,253.56), P325 (Georgetown Annex Building; $23,053.70), P470 (SO Gun Range Ammo Building; $21,847.66), P512 (M11 Ambulance Station; $69,961.05) and P518 (SOTC Range Wall Replacement; $18,598.86) and move the remaining funds to P356 (2015 CO Non-Departmental).
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a 2015 Certificate of Obligation (CO) budget transfer to close P-323 (Sheriff's Office (SO) Training Building; $427,697.93), P-324 (North Campus Improvements; $57,253.56), P-325 (Georgetown Annex Building; $23,053.70), P-470 (Sheriff's Office (SO) Gun Range Ammo Building; $21,847.66), P-512 (M11 Ambulance Station; $69,961.05), and P-518 (Sheriff's Office Training Center (SOTC) Range Wall Replacement; $18,598.86) and move the remaining funds to P-356 (2015 CO Non-Departmental).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
28.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2019 Capital Improvement Program Budget Transfer to close P433 (Historic Court House Boiler; $123,978), P520 (Audio/Visual updates County Courts; 3,411.34), P521 (Audio/Visual updates District Courts; 2,544.99), P523 (JP4 Technology Upgrade; $40,288.88), P526 (Jail Boiler; $40,181.05), P531 (Audio/Visual updates Historic Courthouse; $8,500.40), P532 (Audio/Visual Grand Jury Courtrooms; $3,363.06) and move the remaining funds to P507 (2019 CIP Non-Departmental).
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a 2019 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget Transfer to close P-433 (Historic Court House Boiler; $123,978), P-520 (Audio/Visual updates County Courts; $3,411.34), P-521 (Audio/Visual updates District Courts; $2,544.99), P-523 (Justice of the Peace Precinct 4 Technology Upgrade; $40,288.88), P-526 (Jail Boiler; $40,181.05), P-531 (Audio/Visual updates Historic Courthouse; $8,500.40), P-532 (Audio/Visual Grand Jury Courtrooms; $3,363.06) and move the remaining funds to P-507 (2019 CIP Non-Departmental).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
29.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action on approving a 2021 Capital Improvement Program Budget Transfer to close P538 (Auction Yard Fencing Remodel; $18,756.62) and move the remaining funds to P567 (2021 CIP Non-Departmental). 
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve a 2021 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget Transfer to close P-538 (Auction Yard Fencing Remodel; $18,756.62) and move the remaining funds to P-567 (2021 CIP Non-Departmental).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
30.
Consideration and possible action regarding an "Order Authorizing the Defeasance and Redemption of Certain of the County's Outstanding Unlimited Tax Road Bonds, Series 2015." 
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an "Order Authorizing the defeasance and Redemption of Certain of the County's Outstanding Unlimited Tax Road Bonds, Series 2015."

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
31.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action for establishing the Central Counting Station and appointment of officers to serve at the Central Counting Station for the election to be held on November 2, 2021.
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Those who address the Court:
Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown
Elections Administrator Chris Davis
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To establish the Central Counting Station and appoint officers to serve at the Central Counting Station for the election to be held on November 2, 2021.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
32.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment of election judges and alternate judges to serve for a one-year term beginning September 1, 2021 and ending August 31, 2022.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To appoint election judges and alternate judges to serve for a one-year term beginning September 1, 2021 and ending August 31, 2022.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
33.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the Durango Farms Public Improvement District and the County of Williamson, Texas.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the Tax Collection Agreement between the Durango Farms Public Improvement District and Williamson County, Texas.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
34.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on approving the Capital Area Council of Governments Cooperative Working Agreement (CAPCOG) with Williamson County to provide regional law enforcement in service training needs at the Deputy A.W. Grimes Training Center for a term of two (2) years from the date of execution.
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Bill Kelberlau of Georgetown addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the Capital Area Council of Governments Cooperative Working Agreement (CAPCOG) with Williamson County to provide regional law enforcement in-service training needs at the Deputy A.W. Grimes Training Center for a term of (2) years from the date of execution.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
35.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action to authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for an extension on the existing Criminal Justice Division Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program.
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To authorize the Williamson County Sheriff's Office to apply for an extension on the existing Criminal Justice Division Rifle-Resistant Body Armor Grant Program.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
 
36.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with City National Bank for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2021 (Security for ATM refills in Eastern Williamson County).
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Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with City National Bank for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2021 (Security for ATM refills in Eastern Williamson County).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
37.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Grace Bible Church for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2021 (Security for Sunday morning services at church in Georgetown).
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Grace Bible Church for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2021 (Security for Sunday morning services at church in Georgetown).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
38.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Sonterra West HOA for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2021 (Jarrell).
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Sonterra West Homeowners' Association (HOA) for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2021 (Jarrell).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
39.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding approval and receipt of Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Taylor Rodeo Association for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2021 (Security/Traffic Control for Taylor Rodeo at the Williamson County Expo Center).
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To acknowledge receipt and approve the Vehicle Reimbursement Agreement with Taylor Rodeo Association for off duty contracting of County Sheriff Deputies to be effective October 1, 2021 (Security/Traffic Control for Taylor Rodeo at the Williamson County Exposition Center).

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
40.
Receive updates on the Department of Infrastructure projects and issues.
View Agenda Item
No updates received.
 
41.
Receive the August 2021 Construction Summary Report and PowerPoint Presentation.
View Agenda Item
No PowerPoint Presention or Summary Report presented.
Attachments:
 
42.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding an updated Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission (THC), required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the CR 279 (Bagdad Road North) Project, a Road Bond Project in Commissioner Pct 2.  Project: P343
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an updated Antiquities Permit Application to the Texas Historical Commission (THC), required as part of the Due Diligence Environmental Investigations on the County Road (CR) 279 (Bagdad Road North) Project, a Road Bond Project in Precinct 2 to be funded by P-343.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
43.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $148,710.35 for T3346 Southeast Loop Phase 1 (James Construction Group LLC) P:463 Funding Source: Road Bond.
View Agenda Item
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. abstained from voting on this item (Conflict of Interest Affidavit attached).
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 1 in the amount of $148,710.35 for T3346 Southeast Loop Phase 1 (James Construction Group LLC) to be funded by Road Bod P-463.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Other:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. (Abstain)
Attachments:
 
44.
Discuss, consider, and take appropriate action regarding Change Order No. 10 in the amount of $43,291.29 for 1812-282 Seward Junction (Jordan Foster) P:271 Funding Source: Road Bond.
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve Change Order No. 10 in the amount of $43,291.29 for 1812-282 Seward Junction (Jordan Foster) to be funded by Road Bod P-271.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
45.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Jorge A. Gonzalez and Sonja H. Gonzalez for right of way needed on the CR 404 Project (Parcel 7). Funding Source: Road Bonds P390
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Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Jorge A. Gonzalez and Sonja H. Gonzalez for the right-of-way needed on the County Road (CR) 404 Project (Parcel 7) to be funded by Road Bonds P-390.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
46.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on a real estate contract with Larry John Matl for right of way needed on the SE Loop project (Parcel 74). Funding Source: Road Bonds P463
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve a Real Estate Contract with Larry John Matl for the right-of-way needed on the SE Loop Project (Parcel 74) to be funded by Road Bonds P-463.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
47.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on changes to the Employee Policy Manual, effective 10/1/2021.
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve changes to pages 10 and 26 of the Employee Policy Manual effective October 1, 2021.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED AT 10:50 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED AT 11:02 A.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021.
 
48.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on the FY 2021/2022 Budget Order. 
View Agenda Item
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons and Sheriff Mike Gleason addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the red line changes to item #2 under Supplemental Pay on page 3 of the Budget Order, to include a maximum of (10) positions for Crises Intervention Team (CIT) at $250.00 per month, and a maximum of (32) positions for Detectives at $350.00 per month for the Sheriff's Office; a maximum of (16) positions for Bailiffs at $250.00 per month, a maximum of (2) positions for Detectives at $350.00 per month, a maximum of (4) positions for Lead Control Room Officer at $250.00 per month, and a maximum of (1) position for Paramedic at $700.00 per month for Corrections.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To approve the red line changes to item #1 Field Training Offier Pay (FTO), under Supplemental Pay on page 2 of the Budget Order, to include a maximum of (19) positions, including (2) for the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) for the Sheriff's Office; a maximum of (24) positions for Corrections; a maximum of (20) positions for Emergency Medical Services; a maximum of (2) positions, including a maximum of (1) position to train medical students for (6) months, for the Mobile Outreach Team.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 

Motion: To approve the red line changes to item #7 County Supplements, under Supplemental Pay on page 4 of the Budget Order, to remove the language "For Fiscal Year 21 only, an additional $4,667.00 will be paid from October 2020 to December 2020, divided equally per pay period" for the District Attorney.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the red line changes to item #8 Employee Fund, under Financial Policies on page 7 of the Budget Order, to change the language to "$60.00 allowed for employees with up to (15) years of service" and "$120.00 allowed for employees with over (15) years of service."

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
 
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To approve the red line changes to item #3 under Purchasing - General Procedures on page 9 of the Budget Order, adding the language "Cardholder infractions will be addressed and may result in disciplinary action as recommended by the Purchasing Department and the County Auditor's Office."

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve the red line changes to item #1 under County Vehicles on page 11 of the Budget Order, removing R. Gauvin from the exempted list from the out of county policy for take home vehicles by the court for the Sheriff's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
49.
2021 - 2022 Budget Modification Voting Session
View Agenda Item
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve $50,000.00 for Civil Service Fiscal Impact and move the funds to GL Acct. 0409.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 

Motion: To approve an 8.25% pay raise for the Assistant Chiefs in the Sheriff's Office.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
This motion is withdrawn by Commissioner Long.
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Sheriff Mike Gleason address the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 
 

Motion: To approve a 2% increase in the LE chart.

This motion died for lack of a second.
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve a Human Resources Generalist I B26 $48,226.35 or $50,155.40 (with 4% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)) to assist with lateral moves, and to approve Non-Departmental - Professional Services / Investment Advisory Contract with Hilltop Services.

No vote was taken on this motion.
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To amend the prior motion to move the funds for a Human Resources Generalist I B26 $48,226.35 or $50,155.40 (with 4% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA)) to GL Account 0409, and to approve Non-Departmental - Professional Services / Investiment Advisory Contract with Hilltop Services.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Senior Director of Human Resources Rebecca Clemons addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To add $24,000.00, to include a 10% increase, to (3) Assistant Chiefs in the Sheriff's Office.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
______________________________________________________________________________________________
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr. 

Motion: To set aside $112,000.00 for additional Bilingual stipends county-wide.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
______________________________________________________________________________________________
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook 

Motion: To remove the salary increase for PCN 0641 First Assistant County Auditor; Grade B38 $9,134.68.

Aye:
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Nay:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
______________________________________________________________________________________________
Budget Officer Ashley Holladay addressed the Court.
 

Motion by: Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long 
Second by: Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey 

Motion: To approve an additional pay increase for $3,634.78 for PCN 0639 County Auditor.

Aye:
County Judge Bill Gravell, Jr.
Commissioner Precinct 1 Terry Cook
Commissioner Precinct 2 Cynthia Long
Commissioner Precinct 3 Valerie Covey
Commissioner Precinct 4 Russ Boles
Attachments:
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 12:13 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021.
 
50.
Discuss real estate matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.072 Deliberation Regarding Real Estate Property if deliberation in an open meeting would have a detrimental effect on the position of the governmental body in negotiations with third person.)

A.    Real Estate Owned by Third Parties
   Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential purchase or lease of property owned by third parties
    a)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for SW 183 and SH 29 Loop. 
    b)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 176 at RM 2243
    c)    Discuss the acquisition of real property: CR 278
    d)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for County Facilities.
    e)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for Seward Junction SE and SW Loop. 
    f)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for SH 29 @ DB Wood.
    g)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 366. 
    h)    Discuss Somerset Road Districts No. 3 & 4 reimbursements for acquisition & construction of Reagan Blvd.
    i)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for CR 111.
    j)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for Corridor H
    k)    Discuss the acquisition of real property for future SH 29 corridor. 
    l)     Discuss the acquisition of real property for the expansion of Ronald Reagan at IH 35.
    m)   Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor C.
    n)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor F.
    o)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Corridor D.
    p)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for SE Loop/Corridor A. 
    q)    Discuss the acquisition of right-of-way for Reagan extension.
    r)     Discuss the acquisition of real property near Justice Center. 
    s)    Discuss the acquisition of drainage/detention easements for real property North of WMCO Juvenile Detention Center
    t)     Discuss the acquisition of the MKT Right of Way
    u)    Discuss acquisition of drainage easement in relation to County Road 176
    v)    Discuss acquisition of right of way for Corridor E. 
B.   Property or Real Estate owned by Williamson County
      Preliminary discussions relating to proposed or potential sale or lease of property owned by the County
    a)    Discuss County owned real estate containing underground water rights and interests.
    b)    Discuss possible uses of property owned by Williamson County on Main St. between 3rd and 4th Streets. (formerly occupied by WCCHD)
    c)    Discuss property usage at Longhorn Junction
    d)    Discuss the sale of excess ROW at San Gabriel Parkway and Mel Mathis Ave. 
    e)    Discuss county owned property located at Ed Schmidt Boulevard Hutto, Texas
    f)     Discuss the sale of property located at 900 S Main St., Taylor, 76574
C.     Discuss the Williamson County Reimbursement Agreement for Construction of San Gabriel Blvd. and New Hope Road with the City of Leander and TIRZ #1
D.     Discuss the Cobb Cavern Conservation Easement Amendment and potential acquisition. 
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
51.
Discussion regarding economic development negotiations pursuant to Texas Government Code, Section 551.087:
    a)   Business prospect(s) that may locate or expand within Williamson County.
    b)   Project Crystal
    c)   Project Winston
    d)   Project Solo
    e)   Project Stamp
    f)    Project Cutting Edge
    g)   Project Red Hot Chili Pepper
    h)   Project Nirvana 
    i)    Project Flex Power
View Agenda Item
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
52.
Discuss pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other confidential attorney-client legal matters (EXECUTIVE SESSION as per VTCA Govt. Code sec. 551.071 consultation with attorney.), including the following:

a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Employee/personnel related matters
d) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
e) Civil Action No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
f) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
g) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo and Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
h) Claim of Regina Wright.
i) Cause No. 19-0406-C368; Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia et al. v. Stephen Wade Freeman et al. v. Wayne Finch et al.; In the 368th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
j) Case: 1:20-CV-255-LY; Jay Kreper v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
k) Case Number 1:20-cv-01068-LY; Javier Ambler, Sr., et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, , In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
l) Case No. 1:20-CV-00842; SonWest Co. v. J. TERRON EVERSTON, in his official capacity as Williamson County Engineer, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
m) Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-836; Elizabeth Firey v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
n) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
o) Case 1:21-cv-00388-RP; Ramsey Mitchell vs. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Zachary Camden, Mark Luera, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
p) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-74; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
q) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
r) Legal matters and claims relating to the City of Austin purchasing property in Williamson County for purposes of operating temporary or permanent housing of homeless in Williamson County.
s) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00172-LY; Charles William Thornburg v. Williamson County, Texas; Robert Chody, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
t) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
u) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275; Big Fish Entertainment LLC v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
v) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
w) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Robert Chody and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
z) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-480; Gloria Cowin, Individually and on behalf of the Estate Of Patrick Dupre, v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. Civil Action No. 21-481; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
cc) Legal claims of Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
dd) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-615; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
ee) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
ff) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
53.
Discuss security assessments or deployments relating to information resources technology; network security information as described by Texas Gov’t Code Section 2059.055(b); and/or (3) the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel, critical infrastructure, or security devices. (Executive Session as per Texas Gov’t. Code § 551.089).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
54.
Deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors, employees and/or positions, including but not limited to conducting deliberation and discussion pertaining to annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials (Executive Session as per Tex. Gov. Code Section 551.074 – Personnel Matters).
No action was taken in Executive Session.
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT RECONVENED FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION AT 1:51 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021.
 
55.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning economic development.
No action was taken on this item.
 
56.
Discuss and take appropriate action concerning real estate.
No action was taken on this item.
 
57.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action on pending or contemplated litigation, settlement matters and other legal matters, including the following:

a) Litigation or claims or potential litigation or claims against the County or by the County
b) Status Update-Pending Cases or Claims;
c) Employee/personnel related matters
d) Other confidential attorney-client matters, including contracts and certain matters related to county defense issues in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body within the attorney/client relationship clearly conflicts with Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code.
e) Civil Action No. 1:18-CV-49, Troy Mansfield v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
f) Cause No. 19-0850-C368; County of Williamson vs. Purdue Pharma, LP et al., In the District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
g) Civil Action No. 1:17-cv-01114-LY, Elizabeth Saucedo and Tettus Davis v. Jonathon Hodgkiss, In The United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
h) Claim of Regina Wright.
i) Cause No. 19-0406-C368; Anthony Garcia and Victoria Garcia et al. v. Stephen Wade Freeman et al. v. Wayne Finch et al.; In the 368th District Court of Williamson County, Texas.
j) Case: 1:20-CV-255-LY; Jay Kreper v. Williamson County et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
k) Case Number 1:20-cv-01068-LY; Javier Ambler, Sr., et al. v. Williamson County, Texas, , In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
l) Case No. 1:20-CV-00842; SonWest Co. v. J. TERRON EVERSTON, in his official capacity as Williamson County Engineer, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas, Austin Division.
m) Civil Action No. 1:20-cv-836; Elizabeth Firey v. Williamson County, In The United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas Austin Division.
n) Potential legal claims, demands and/or litigation against The Travelers Indemnity Company (Travelers).
o) Case 1:21-cv-00388-RP; Ramsey Mitchell vs. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Zachary Camden, Mark Luera, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
p) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-74; Scott Phillip Lewis v. Williamson County, Texas; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
q) Shamona Harris - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00812.
r) Legal matters and claims relating to the City of Austin purchasing property in Williamson County for purposes of operating temporary or permanent housing of homeless in Williamson County.
s) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00172-LY; Charles William Thornburg v. Williamson County, Texas; Robert Chody, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
t) Cause No. D-1-Gn-21-000215; Mohammad Mahmood v. Williamson County Constable Office; In the 353rd Judicial District of Travis County, Texas.
u) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00275; Big Fish Entertainment LLC v. Williamson County Sheriff’s Office et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
v) EEOC Charge of Discrimination #451-2021-01357 – Jesse Gomez.
w) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Imani Nembhard v. Williamson County, Robert Chody and Christopher Pisa; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
x) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-00350; Gary Watsky v. Williamson County, Robert Chody, Mark Luera, Steve Deaton, et al.; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
y) Kelli Bomer - EEOC Charge #451-2021-00920.
z) Gary Haston - EEOC Charge #451-2021-01145.
aa) Civil Action No. 1:21-CV-480; Gloria Cowin, Individually and on behalf of the Estate Of Patrick Dupre, v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
bb) Civil Action No. Civil Action No. 21-481; Marquina Gilliam-Hicks v. Sean Feldman, In his individual capacity, and Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
cc) Legal claims of Donald L. Foiles, Jr.
dd) Civil Action No. 1:21-cv-615; Bernardo Acosta v. Williamson County; In the United States District Court for the Western District Of Texas, Austin Division.
ee) Jacqueline Robinson - EEOC Charge # 451-2021-01742.
ff) Williamson County Landfill Operation Agreement Terms and Conditions.
No action was taken on this item.
 
58.
Discuss, consider and take appropriate action regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline and/or dismissal of Williamson County officers, directors or employees, including but not limited to any necessary action pertaining to conducting annual reviews of department heads and appointed officials.
No action was taken on this item.
 
59.
Comments from Commissioners.
There were no comments.
 
60.
Public Comment Period.
Those who addressed the Court:
Bryan Register of Austin, Travis County
Sarah Kennedy of Georgetown
Audrey Amos McGhee of Cedar Park, Williamson County
Alexandra Camp of Weir
Shelby K. Little of Georgetown
 
COMMISSIONERS COURT ADJOURNED AT  1:52 P.M. ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021.

THE FOREGOING MINUTES had at a Regular Session of Commissioners Court of Williamson County, Texas, having been read are hereby approved this 24th day of August, 2021.


ATTEST: Nancy E. Rister, Clerk of Commissioners Court, Williamson County, Texas

By: Amanda Brown, Deputy/Executive Assistant to County Clerk